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The average posted rate is $26/hr as of May 2025
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-Six years of classroom teaching experience
-Clean driving record
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-Five years of tutoring experience
-Worked in a special ed classroom for several years
-Coached junior high basketball for three years
-Over 10 years experience...
I'm an experienced and versatile tutor who loves to integrate learning into connections with our local community in Columbus! My tutoring sessions use personal interests to spark the drive to learn, and I make sure that students see me learning with them and from them. Investigating and exploring new resources, keeping...
Cassandra H.
Columbus, OH
$17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! Let's Make Learning Fun Again No Matter Where Your Child Is We Will Work Together
I'd describe my personality as funny, genuine, and empathetic
I like tutoring because I love to see a child gain back confidence and the fun of learning
I'm looking for a job that is flexible and helps me reach my goals of learning how to be flexible with teaching and tutoring
This will be my first time officially tutoring...
Abigail K.
Columbus, OH
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, outgoing, and supportive.
I like tutoring because I enjoy helping students achieve that "moment." My style of tutoring encompasses a collaborative framework where I assist students to achieve success through guided questions, allowing them to fully understand the problem on their own....
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a medical student at The Ohio State College of Medicine. I have worked as a high school and college level biology tutor for 4 years and an elementary school level tutor for 3 years.
I am personable and a hard worker. My goal is to meet my students where they are. I enjoy getting to know them to find the best path...
Hello! I have been an academic tutor for almost a decade and have worked with learners from elementary school to college levels. Although I've tutored a range of subjects, I focus on math and the sciences. I also always implement test-taking skills and time management. With my Neuroscience degree, I've studied many methods of...
Brittany H.
Columbus, OH
$16-30/hr
Hello! I'm currently pursuing my associates degree in Biology at a local college. I've found during my experience in college that I excel in science related courses as well as creative writing. I've been a trainer in many of my professional positions and have helped tutor many individuals amongst my family as well as friends...
Claire Teresa G.
Columbus, OH
$18-28/hr • 1 yrs exp
I was a tutor at Mathnasium for over a year and before that volunteered as a tutor at a local elementary school!
I'd describe my personality as patient, creative, and eager to learn!
I like tutoring because I love getting to see that moment when something clicks for a student!
In my spare time, I like to listen to music,...
I graduated this year Summa Cum Laude from University with a degree in Integrated Social Studies Education. I am a licensed Social Studies teacher for grades 7-12. My course work has focused on developing an expertise in my content area of Social Studies, but also on different teaching strategies and rational. I have had...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Matt! I recently completed my first year of teaching and have earned a Master of Arts in Teaching at Lewis and Clark Grad School. I spent the 19/20 school year student teaching, in-person and remote learning, social studies with 7th/8th-grade students in Oregon. I spent the year after that teaching student pods...
Abagail P.
Columbus, OH
$18/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am currently a senior at Ohio State studying English education! I love helping students craft essays and revise work. I am currently placed at a high school primarily working with freshman and juniors, but I have experience with a wide range of ages!
I'd describe my personality as patient, kind, and honest.
I like tutoring...
Sarah W.
Columbus, OH
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Versatile Online Tutor Age 2-20, 6 Years Of Experience, Great With Special Needs
Hello. My name is Sarah. I am passionate about helping individuals in the Columbus area. Furthermore, I've spent about six years instructing students ranging in age 2 to 20. This includes children with special needs, specifically ADHD, emotional behavior, and ASD. Finally, I tutored ESL students and specialize in collegiate...
HI! My name is Mare and I am currently a 20-year-old college student at OSU. I finished my Associates degree at University of Cincinnati and currently working on my bachelors. I have been tutoring for about 1 and a half years now. I am able to help with all things fun, English, math, French, science & many more! This could be in...
I have 4 years of experience as a tutor professionally and privately. I can help with any level of math from elementary school through advanced university mathematics.
I am a very patient person who can help young children with their homework.
Brianna V.
Columbus, OH
$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a fourth year medical student at Ohio State with nearly a decade of prior tutoring experience. For four years, I worked as a special tutor for the Buckeye Tutor Team at Nationwide Children's Hospital, tutoring school-aged children in a range of subjects including math, science, reading, language arts, Spanish, and...
Jeri N.
Columbus, OH
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a retired math teacher who wants to continue to work with students in a tutoring capacity. Being approachable with good listening skills is what I believe makes a good tutor. I strive to be just that.
Students bring a variety of personal experiences so my tutoring style is flexible yet goal oriented. I believe in meeting...
Sarah D.
Columbus, OH
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
~Aspiring K-2 Gen Ed Special Ed Teacher In Search Of Part-time Clients In-between Full-time Job!~
I have been working with children and young adults with special needs as a Registered Behavior Technician at Private Schools, Clinics, Daycares, and Client's Homes since 2021.
I also worked as a Teaching Assistant in a Special Education Kindergarten, First and Second Grade Communications Class at a Public School.
I love...
Mother of 4 teenage children, adjunct math instructor, personal trainer, percussionist, CPR/first aid certified. Interested in working with people from all walks of life (especially kids on the spectrum, folks over 65, and teenagers wanting to acquire skills) in mathematics, functional fitness and creative music lessons. Also...
I studied civil engineering at Ohio State working as a math/physics tutor for 3 out of 5 years. Some of that time was as a private tutor and some for the university. I was always so excited to help people learn and expand their abilities! Seeing the moment something clicked for students I worked with was very rewarding. I have...
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Struggling with a subject in school? A private tutor can provide you with the support you need.
From helping with homework to proofreading essays to making preparing for exams easier, there’s many different ways a private tutor can help a student....
From helping with homework to proofreading essays to making preparing for exams easier, there’s many different ways a private tutor can help a student. Sometimes some one-on-one instruction can make all the difference when a student is struggling to understand a certain subject.
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FAQs for finding private tutors near you
What is a private tutor?
A private tutor is a tutor you can hire to solely focus on working with you or your child. Private tutors can help their clients complete homework assignments, prepare for exams, or understand difficult concepts. Private tutors exist to give focused instruction to a student who needs more than what the classroom environment is providing. You can hire many different types of private tutors, like a private English tutor or private Spanish tutor. You can even hire help prepare for college entrance exams such as private SAT tutoring.
Are private tutors worth it?
Many families find that hiring a private tutor is very worthwhile. Falling behind in school can be stressful and a private tutor can make it easier to learn and reach education goals. That being said, for hiring a private tutor to be worth it you have to find the right tutor and the pupil has to engage fully with them.
How much do private tutors charge?
All private tutors set their own rates and where you live, the subject you need help with, and the experience level of the tutor can all impact rates. The nationwide hourly rate for private tutoring on Care.com is $26.35, but again, private tutor rates can differ depending on the exact tutor you want to work with.
What subjects do private tutors teach?
You can hire private tutors for children or adults to help with virtually any subject. For example, you can hire a chemistry tutor, reading tutor, or calculus tutor. From speaking foreign languages to writing essays, to breaking down complex philosophy topics, you can hire a private tutor to help with many types of subjects and assignments or exams.
How do I find a private tutor near me?
You can use Care.com to find a private tutor near you by reviewing profiles for the different private tutors in your area. Every profile includes details about the subjects the tutor teaches and should be able to provide you with insight into what grade levels they have experience working with. You can then contact the private tutors who seem like a good fit so you can learn more about their services.
Ratings for private tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Private Tutors are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 2,499 reviews of the 10,468 listed private tutors.